Welcome to the Extended Degree Program

photos from classrooms
Are you committed to making a difference in the health of the public?
Are you seeking advanced knowledge and skills from an accredited and highly-rated institution?
Are you a leader or future leader in public health?
Are you seeking a supportive and professional learning environment?
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The Extended MPH Degree Program (EXDP) at the University of Washington offers working professionals the opportunity to expand their knowledge in public health and health services while continuing their careers through several program options:

Master in Public Health (MPH):
a partial-distance program designed specifically for public, community, and environmental health professionals
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Certificate in Public Health:
a graduate-level certificate designed for public, community, and environmental health professionals who may not be able to make a commitment to a full degree program
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Single Course Options:
elective courses that are available to students who are not enrolled in the Degree or Certificate Programs.
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Student Profile
photo: Mary Raukar,  MPH in Health Services (ExDP)

Mary Raukar

This was a very practical field experience in an organization that provides planning and services relevant to public health. The exposure to an organizational and community context for public health activities was phenomenal and informative in that it provided a concrete context for the classroom learning I have experienced to date.

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Alumni Profile
photo: The Best People Are in Public Health: Robert Rolfs

The Best People Are in Public Health: Robert Rolfs

"Data are only useful if they're turned into information for people [to use] to make decisions." That thinking was behind Robert's spearheading the development of Utah's Center for Health Data.

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News

2009 Graduation Events

It's time to graduate! Graduation events will be hosted by ExDP, the Department of Health Services, the School of Public Health, and the University of Washington at the following locations and dates. Make sure you RSVP to the appropriate contacts!

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